demagogue
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A political leader who gains power by appealing to people's emotions and prejudices rather than reason.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Historians warn that economic hardship often creates an opening for a _____."
Answer: demagogue
In your own words, what does "demagogue" mean?
A political leader who gains power by appealing to people's emotions and prejudices rather than reason.
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